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Chiropractic?Breakthrough Treatment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

May 09, 2012     No comments

Sturgeon Bay, WI (PRWEB) April 30, 2012

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) afflicts an estimated three to four million children, and probably even more adults. It is most often thought of as a medical disorder requiring medical treatment, namely mind-altering drugs such as Ritalin or Adderall.

There is no standard definition or standard of treatment for ADHD. The psychologist sees a mental disorder, the medical doctor looks at a neurochemical imbalance, the neurologist perceives a brain dysfunction, and the teacher observes a discipline problem. Then they attempt to treat these symptoms from their perspective, while failing to see the whole picture. While each therapy has some limited success in certain cases, they are puzzled at their failures when extending their treatment to all cases.

It appears that there is a genetic connection to ADHD. If one parent has ADHD, 60% of the children will have it. If both parents have ADHD, this increases to 90% of their children. From the 1990 research findings of Dr. Kenneth Blum, the A1 allele of the DRD2 dopamine receptor gene on chromosome 11 appears to be the most frequent cause of ADHD.

The root cause in many cases of ADHD is often related to malfunctioning in what Dr. Blum has named the Brain Reward Cascade. Humans very survival is dependent on the drive for pleasure. Whether eating, loving, working, or playing, the sense of pleasure is derived from the release of the neurotransmitter dopamine in the nervous system. This results in the ?natural reward? of pleasure. When there is an insufficiency of dopamine production or transportation, it requires ever increasing stimulation to achieve a sense of satisfaction. This can be seen in the hyperactive response of those with ADHD.

It has been found that the primary reward centers are in the amygdala, the nucleus accumbens, and the hypothalamus of the brain, along with the dorsal roots of the spinal nerves, and the dorsal horn of the spinal cord. Research by Dr. Candace Pert has found that almost half of these centers reside in the spinal cord and spinal nerves. Researchers at Harvard Medical School?s Department of Neuro-Biology have discovered that there are neurons in the spinal cord which project directly to the amygdala and the orbital cortex. These neurons transfer somatosensory information which ultimately affects one?s autonomic, endocrine, and behavioral functions.

When the limbic system (especially the dorsal horn of the spinal cord and the dorsal nerve roots) is free of interference, only then can it function normally. When out of balance, the Brain Reward Cascade does not function properly and the symptoms of Reward Deficiency Syndrome including ADHD appear.

That is why a fully functioning nervous system is vital. When the limbic system?s Brain Reward Cascade can function without interference, the feeling of well-being can be restored. The vertebral motor units are in intimate relationship with the Brain Reward Cascade by way of the dorsal horn of the spinal cord and the dorsal roots of the spinal nerves. The nociceptive reflex from the vertebrae therefore has a profound affect on the limbic system. If there is a vertebral subluxation, it can result in a warped perception of one?s environment.

Since Chiropractors focus on correcting vertebral subluxations and their affects on the nervous system, proper Chiropractic care can be a vital part in improving the lives of those with ADHD. A copy of this paper can be accessed at http://www.all-about-wellness.com/t2/document/1adhd.

About: Dr. J G Moellendorf, DC, ND, LCP

Dr. J G Moellendorf, DC, ND, LCP attended the University of Wisconsin?Superior where he majored in Physics and Mathematics, with a minor in art photography. While attending the University of Minnesota?Minneapolis, he assisted in research on ribosomal proteins. Completing his Chiropractic studies at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, he graduated Cum Laude (with high honors) in 1983. He started Moellendorf Chiropractic Office, Ltd. in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin in 1983. In 1996, Dr. Moellendorf was awarded his Doctorate in Naturopathy from Trinity School of Natural Health. In 2001, he received Chiropractic?s most prestigious award, the honorary Legion of Chiropractic Philosophers degree, for his thesis ?The Workings of Innate Intelligence in Obsessive/Compulsive and Addictive Behaviors.? This paper was chosen for publishing in the book Philosophic Contemplations vol. 2 in 2002. Dr. Moellendorf can be contacted at (920) 493-2126 or jgmoellendorf(at)itol(dot)com, or his website at http:// http://www.All-About-Wellness.com.







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Nutri-Med Logic Corp Expands on A New Finding Linking Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder to Omega-3 Deficiency in Red Blood Cells.

May 08, 2012     No comments


Miami, Florida (PRWEB) October 01, 2011

Nutri-Med Logic Corp: A new study published in the Journal of Child Healthcare has provided a new understanding into Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), that to say children with ADHD were found to have deficiency of Omega-3 fatty acids in their red blood cells membrane. More specifically, the study investigated learning, behavior and the association of two Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFA) of Omega-3 (EPA & DHA) together with PUFA of Omega-6 in the red blood cells membrane of 75 children and found:

Higher total Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) translated to lower anxiety and/or shyness,

DHA (Omega-3) provided better word reading,

Higher Omega-6 resulted in poorer reading, vocabulary, spelling and attention,

36% of those with learning difficulties had lower DHA than those without.

The human body is incapable of producing either Omega-6 or Omega-3, thus, both are transported to the body through diet (food). Omega-6 is found in most foods but Omega-3 in cold-water fishes.

Omeg-3 and Omega-6 incorporate into all cellular membrane (phospholipids) and, ideally, the ratio should stand at 1:1 or at the most 1:2. However, depending on the individual diet, this ratio falls to frightening levels of 1:20.

It is a known fact that DHA (Omega-3) is required for the development of the brain and central nervous system, especially during the 3rd trimester of pregnancy and thereafter throughout lactation.

Up to now, ADHD had been classified as a psychiatric or genetic disorder and while this study has offered new understanding into a potential cause of ADHD but increasing evidence suggests that diet lacking of DHA/EPA (Omega-3) has contributed to many neurodevelopment disorders.

Experimental evidence has supported the role of diets rich in Omega-3 and dyslexia, developmental coordination disorder and autism. (1)

More specifically, when a group of 20 children received a diet averaging 500mg DHA on daily basis for 2 months, visual short-term memory and errors of commission (continuous performance) significantly improved in the DHA (Omega-3 diet) group. (2)

In conclusion, Nutri-Med Logic Corp agrees with the recent study Nutritional Physiology Research Centre, University of South Australia, Australia, regarding Omega-3 and ADHD but adds that the study should have included the Omega-3/Omega-6 ratio of the parent of those children, in order to know the association between the diets of the parents and the indices of ADHD in their children.

Nutri-Med Logic Corp is a producer of dietary supplements, including a natural but Concentrated, Molecularly Distilled (pharmaceutical Grade) and Balanced Omega-3: having the same proportions of EPA and DHA, 50% – 50%.

DHA of Omega-3, also, offers beneficial properties mainly for the brain, nervous system and EPA of Omega-3, additionally, offers beneficial properties in cardiovascular system.

Nutri-Med Logic’s products are Formulated Based on Nutritional Logic, made from the highest quality raw materials that are manufactured in pharmaceutical facilities, encapsulated in pharmaceutical facilities and, also, packaged in pharmaceutical facilities.

It must be noted that the studies, sources or statements, above and below, have not been evaluated by The FDA and, thus, one should not relate the cause of any diseases, stated herein, to lack of Omega-3 dietary supplementation; nor equate its supplementation to prevention, treatment or cure.

1. International Review of Psychiatry. 2006 Apr; 18(2):155-72.

2. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2004 Mar; 58(3):467-73.

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A Recent Meta-Analysis Presents Surprising Finding Regarding A Specific Component of Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

April 28, 2012     No comments

Miami, Florida (PRWEB) January 08, 2012

Nutri-Med Logic Corp: A recent report by Yale School of Medicine, which involved the review of ten randomized placebo-controlled trials involving 699 children with Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), states that Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) component of Omega-3 fatty acids correlated with supplement efficacy.

The report further states that studies have demonstrated differences in Omega-3 fatty acid composition in plasma and in erythrocyte (red blood cells) membranes in ADHD patients compared with unaffected controls and, further, that Omega-3 fatty acids have anti-inflammatory properties and can alter central nervous system cell membrane fluidity and phospholipid composition.

While the report recommends the EPA component of Omega-3, but the EPA component of Omega-3 has no role in the cells’ membranes of the nervous system (neuron) cells.

Neurons can only accept DHA component of Omega-3, which produces Resolvin series D. The function of Resolvin Series D is to resolve inflammation in the nervous system. According, the report is self-contradictory, in such context.

While studies have supported the ?hypothesis? of a positive association between ?EPA and a cognitive bias? in the red blood cells, but same has been only in context of expressing happiness and fear. At the same time many other exploratory analyses has revealed a positive association between levels of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and covert expressions of fear. Prost. Leukot Essent F.A. 2009 Feb-Mar;80(2-3):151-6

Additionally, Nutritional Physiology Research Centre, University of South Australia, Australia, investigated Associations between Omega-3 Fatty Acid and erythrocytes (red blood cells) and learning, behaviour in 75 children aged 7-12 with ADHD. Children with higher docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) had better word reading vocabulary, spelling and attention. Thirty-six per cent of the sample with learning difficulties had lower DHA than those without. Journal of Child Health Care. 2011 Dec;15(4):299-311

Moreover, the importance of DHA component of Omega-3 and ADHD was reported by us in our Press Release of October 1st, 2011, whereas children who received a diet averaging 500mg DHA on daily basis for 2 months, visual short-term memory and errors of commission (continuous performance) significantly improved in the DHA (Omega-3 diet) group. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2004 Mar; 58(3):467-73

It is noteworthy to state that studies have suggested an increased rates of Attention Deficit Symptoms in children with inflammatory conditions such as asthma. Journal of Asthma. 2008 Sep;45(7):545-7.

Accordingly, children suffering from inflammatory conditions such as Asthma and ADHD could receive additional benefit from EPA component of Omega-3. However, to generalize a specific condition as a general recommendation it not what we believe Yale School of Medicine intended.

Whether EPA or DHA of Omega-3, It is a known fact that low levels of Omega-3 fatty acids have been linked to a range of behavioral and mood disorders, which includes ADHD.

In conclusion, Nutri-Med Logic Corp agrees with the Yale School of Medicine that Omega-3 Fatty Acids present a valuable benefit for children with Attention Deficit Disorder, but adds that both components of Omega-3 play an important role in such children. Nutri-Med Logic Corp adds that a plethora of studies support the position by Nutri-Med Logic Corp. relating to the DHA component of Omega-3.

Nutri-Med Logic Corp. is a producer of dietary supplements, including a Natural, Balanced, Deodorized and Concentrated Omega-3, which is also a Pharmaceutical Grade Omega-3.

Nutri-Med Logic Corp. is also a producer of PolyEnylPhosphatidylCholine (PPC 425mg), an extract of soy and the recommended dietarty supplement for those with Fatty Liver and Alcoholic Liver Disease, in Europe for about 50 years; producer of a Pharmaceutical Grade R-Alpha Lipioic Acid, the dietary supplement of choice for the Diabetics, in Germany for more than 40 years.

Nutri-Med Logic’s products are Formulated Based on Nutritional Logic, made from the highest quality raw materials that are manufactured in pharmaceutical facilities, encapsulated in pharmaceutical facilities and packaged in pharmaceutical facilities.

It must be noted that the studies, sources or statements above have not been evaluated by The FDA and, thus, one should not relate the cause of any diseases, stated herein, to lack of the dietary supplements, stated herein, nor equate their supplementation to prevention, treatment or cure.

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A Published Review of Controlled Studies in Attention Deficit Disorder Suggests the Addition of Omega-3 Supplementation for Those Unresponsive to Medicinal Therapy Alone

April 22, 2012     No comments

Miami, FL (PRWEB) February 07, 2012

A newly published review suggests that for children with Attention Deficit Disorder, who are unresponsive to traditional therapies, or for those parents that are unwilling to administer medicine to their children with ADHD, Omega-3 supplementation warrants considerations. Agreeing with this review, Nutri-Med Logic Corp adds that a thorough review of all published studies in PubMed adds to the ever-growing need for complimentary options, such as Omega-3 supplementation, for all children with ADHD.

According to this very recently published review, by Dr. Millichap of the Division of Neurology, Children’s Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL, and the distinguished author of Physician’s Guide to ADHD, Omega-3 supplementation has provided positive reports and warrants consideration for those children unresponsive to traditional therapies.

Published interest in polyunsaturated fatty acid and children with ADHD dates back to 1987. There are two classes of polyunsaturated fatty acids, both of which are transported to the body via diet, since human body is incapable of producing either one.

The two classes of fatty acids are Omega-3, which offers anti-inflammatory properties and is only found in cold-water fishes and green leafy vegetables and Omega-6, which is readily found in most food and offers pro-inflammatory properties.

The role of diet in inducing or promoting inflammatory (Omega-6) or anti-inflammatory (Omega-3) properties is an issue of utmost importance to children with ADHD.

According to Nutritional Physiology Research Centre, University of South Australia, Australia, children with ADHD were found to have deficiency of Omega-3 fatty acids in their red blood cells membrane and they found an association between learning and behavior with the two classes of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids of Omega-3 and Omega-6, to-wit children with higher total Omega-3 had lower anxiety and/or shyness, better word reading; whereas children with higher Omega-6 levels had poorer reading, vocabulary, spelling and attention. (1)

Moreover, according to Academic Unit of Psychiatry, The School of Medicine, University of Wales Swansea, UK, the role and the development of inflammatory responses in the brain of those with ADHD has been so far largely overlooked, even though historically, ADHD symptoms were initially observed in those with inflammatory conditions. (2)

It is needless to say that diets tilted more toward Omega-6 promote stronger and more intense inflammatory responses.

On the other hand, experimental evidence has supported the role of anti-inflammatory diets, such as Omega-3, for developmental coordination and, more specifically, when a group of 20 children received a diet averaging 500mg Omega-3 DHA fatty acids on a daily basis for 2 months, visual short-term memory and errors of commission (continuous performance) significantly improved in the DHA (Omega-3 diet) group. (3, 4)

Additionally, Yale Child Study Center, Yale University School of Medicine, believes that it might be reasonable to incorporate omega-3 fatty supplementation, to even augment traditional pharmacologic interventions. (5)

In conclusion, Nutri-Med logic Corp agrees with this recently published review that the supplementation of Omega-3 warrants consideration, when traditional therapies are ineffective and/or if the parents are unwilling to resort to medicinal therapy. However, Nutri-Med Logic Corp adds that overwhelming body of evidence supports the beneficial properties of an Omega-3 diet for all children suffering from Attention Deficit Disorder, including those with an effective medicinal therapy.

Nutri-Med Logic Corp is the producer of the Natural, Balanced, Deodorized and Concentrated Omega-3, which is also a Pharmaceutical Grade Omega-3.

Nutri-Med Logic Corp. is also a producer dietary supplements such as a Pharmaceutical Grade R-Alpha Lipoic Acid, the dietary supplement of choice for the Diabetics, in Germany for more than 40 years;

Producer of PolyEnylPhosphatidylCholine (PPC 425mg), an extract of soy and the recommended dietarty supplement for those with Fatty Liver and Alcoholic Liver Disease, in Europe for about 50 years.

Nutri-Med Logic Corp invites you to visit its News Archives and Review other News Releases on the potential benefits of Omega-3 and What Is Omega-3 Good For.

Nutri-Med Logic’s products are Formulated Based on Nutritional Logic, made from the highest quality raw materials that are manufactured in pharmaceutical facilities, encapsulated in pharmaceutical facilities and packaged in pharmaceutical facilities.

It must be noted that the studies, sources or statements above or below have not been evaluated by The FDA and, thus, one should not relate the cause of any diseases, stated herein, to lack of the dietary supplements, stated herein, nor equate their supplementation to prevention, treatment or cure.

1. J Child Health Care. 2011 Dec;15(4):299-31122.

2. Atten Defic Hyperact Disord. 2010 Dec;2(4):257-66.

3. International Review of Psychiatry. 2006 Apr; 18(2):155-72.

4. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2004 Mar; 58(3):467-73.

5. J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2011 Oct;50(10):991-1000.

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How Do You Know If You Have Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms

October 24, 2011     No comments

 Actress Juliette Lewis believed that ADHD was made of the disease. Only a doctor was part of the group Montel, and Mary Ann Block, refuting the idea that ADHD is a disease profitable. Not a single person to show their disagreement with the thesis Montel that ADHD is a myth.

There are many reasons why people question the validity of ADHD. We pointed out the daily life, many people are part of the exhibition of ADHD hyperactive are frantically trying to meet all the normal activities of daily living. They run from place to place, and sometimes forget to take a dinner or a failure the red light. Parents who accompany their children to a series of eight hour-long show more symptoms of manic hyperactivity.

Another reason to doubt expressed skepticism has never been a convincing explanation of the causes of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms. Recent article published by the magazine ADDitude said inheritance is the most likely cause of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms. The article went on to cite other possible reasons: difficulties during pregnancy, prenatal exposure to alcohol and tobacco, premature birth, low birth rate significantly, too high concentrations of lead, and after the birth of injury the head.

ADHD experts are nowhere near consensus on the causes of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms, possible reasons promulgated by the experts are as numerous as the number of ADHD symptoms. Most researchers believe that the ADHD brain lacks the activity of neurotransmitters. They can not agree, however, why the chemical composition varies between someone who has ADHD, and anyone who does not. Conclusion of a study of 2007 brain scan was succinct: “The evidence suggested here is simply an introduction Unfortunately, there is much variance in the data of ADHD, and it is difficult to know what to believe..”

Many questions remain unanswered. The genetic puzzle to prevent brain chemistry? What are the reasons for the different degrees of symptoms of ADHD? How a concussion influence the development of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms? What are the different forces of the state? Is there a genetic link to ADHD early detection of Alzheimer’s disease? ADHD is the generation of a bipolar disorder and depression? All these questions reinforce the view of skeptics of Attention Deficit Disorder Symptoms.

 

Hi, My name is Kendra, I’m from Vancouver, BC. My interested involve reading, writing and taking care of my family. I enjoy writing articles and taking a walk through the park on a sunny day. I hope you enjoyed my article(s) and wish you the best of luck!

 

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How To Create A Calm Home For Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

October 24, 2011     No comments

Use these helpful tips to create a calm home environment for your children suffering from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD).

* Pay attention to room colors. Paint rooms in soothing colors such as light blue and beige. Avoid bright, loud colors. Keep distracting patterns, posters, artwork and decorations to a minimum.

* Organize. Children who suffer from ADD/ADHD do not function well in a cluttered or unpredictable environment. Maintain a consistent homework schedule, keep school materials in the same place, take out school clothes and have them ready for the next morning.

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* Try covering televisions and computer screens if they are distracting your child. Turn off distracting background music or television shows.

* Follow a routine with respect to wake up times, meal times, doing homework, and bed times. Try to schedule these activities at the same time each day. Changes in routine can agitate a child with ADD/ADHD. If there is an upcoming change in routine, inform your child and discuss ways for them to calmly manage the change.

* Designate a room or space in the house for relaxation or quiet time. Make sure it is away from high traffic or high activity areas. Fill this space with quiet activities such as reading books, coloring books, paints, jewelry making supplies, etc.

* Encourage your child to go to this quiet space when they become agitated or bored. It should be considered a positive relaxation space, not a punishment.

* If your child is old enough to write or enjoys writing, journaling is an excellent way to help focus disorganized minds and also provides a good outlet for feelings.

 

Dr. Emily Kensington specializes in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD), depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions. Her website is http://www.add-treatment.com.

The Film, “Is Your Child’s Brain Starving?” Lecture on how diet can contribute to ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) by Dr. Michael R. Lyon, MD. Shot at Mount Royal College, Calgary, Alberta. Dr. Lyon – “As the director of a medical & research centre, I have explored a variety of potential treatments to improve brain function in children and adults, without the use of drugs like Ritalin. Although I believe there is promise in certain herbal medicines and in non-drug treatments such as biofeedback, I have seen the most profound improvements in learning and behaviour through an intelligently applied nutritional program.” Notes from cameraman (Gordon McDowell): Dr. Lyon later emailed me a copy of his Power Point presentation , which I’ve incorporated into the video. Director: Gordon McDowell Producer: NA Production Company: NA Contact Information: Dr. Michael R. Lyon, MD is Medical and Research Director of FunctionalMedicine.Ca Gordon McDowell created the video. Creative Commons license: Attribution-ShareAlike.
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Vision Shopsters: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – Drug Pipeline Analysis and Market Forecasts to 2015

October 24, 2011     No comments

The industry analysis specialist’s new report, “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder – Drug Pipeline Analysis and Market Forecasts to 2015″ is an essential source of information and analysis on the global ADHD market. The report identifies the key trends shaping and driving the dynamism in the global ADHD market. The report also provides insight on the prevalent competitive landscape and the emerging players expected to bring significant shift in the market positioning of the existing market leaders. Most importantly, the report provides valuable insight on the pipeline products within the global ADHD sector.

This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in house analysis by GlobalData’s team of industry experts.

The scope of the report includes:

Annualized global ADHD market revenues data from 2000 to 2008, forecast forward for 7 years to 2015.

Geographies covered in this report include the US, the UK, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and Japan.

Pipeline analysis data providing a split across different phases, mechanism of action being developed and emerging trends. Key classes of mechanism of action include triple reuptake inhibitors, GABA receptor modulators, acetylcholine receptor agonists, AMPA receptor modulators, serotonin receptor targettors, selective histamine antagonists, norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors and alpha-2 adrenergic agonists

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Analysis of the current and future market competition in the global ADHD market. Each trend is independently researched to provide qualitative analysis of what the implications on sectors are, and how are companies responding to these trends.

Insightful review of the future market players, key industry drivers, restraints and challenges which are likely to impact the ADHD therapeutics market in the long run. Key future market players covered are Addrenex, Abbott Laboratories, Psychogenics, AstraZeneca and Cortex.

Key topics covered include strategic competitor assessment, market characterization, unmet needs and implications for future market associated with ADHD.

The report will enhance your decision making capability in a more rapid and time sensitive manner. It will allow you to:

Develop and design your in-licensing and out-licensing strategies through review of pipeline products and technologies and by identifying companies with the most robust pipeline.

Develop business strategies by understanding the trends shaping and driving the global ADHD market.

Drive revenues by understanding key trends, innovative products and technologies, market segments and companies likely to impact the global ADHD market in future.

Formulate effective sales and marketing strategies by understanding the competitive landscape and by analyzing the performance of various competitors.

Identify emerging players with potentially strong product portfolio and create effective counter-strategies to gain competitive advantage.

Organize your sales and marketing efforts by identifying the market categories and segments that present maximum opportunities for consolidations, investments and strategic partnerships.

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How to deal with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?

October 23, 2011     No comments

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder also known as Attention deficit Disorder (ADD) or ADHD is a common behavioural disorder that affects how well someone can sit still, focus, and pay attention.  It can affect how kids interact and function socially, academically, and at home and can cause children to be aggressive and disruptive, making things uncomfortable and unpleasant for other children in the home.  Typically there are three sub-types of ADHD – predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, predominantly inattentive and combined.

 

These children often lack confidence and show signs of excessive worry, fear, or panic leading to physical symptoms such as a racing heart, sweating, stomach pains, and diarrhoea. Some symptoms include limited social skills, school performance issues, needing extra time to learn, irritability, inability to concentrate, impaired cognitive skills and a short attention span. The good news is that ADHD can be managed even though it has no cure.

 

While there are several medications available in the market to manage ADHD, there are specific actions parents can take to help their child and manage ADHD. Some of the common behavioural changes required in dealing with child with ADHD syndrome are:

 

Understand your child’s misbehaviour: Most of the times the behaviour is down to attention seeking as the child the parents to reach out to them. It is necessary to put your frustrations aside and understand what the child is trying to convey to you by behaving the way they do.

 

Take interest in your child’s education: This is by giving time to their studies, understanding what they are doing at school and not assuming that everything is fine at school, just because it might be the best school in town.

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Connect to your child: Give them the time and listen to them. Ask them how their day went, take genuine interest in them and show them that you care.

 

Coach: Do not keep on controlling and directing your child. Spend time to coach them, allow them to find their answers and do not shout or get frustrated with them. Have patience and make them chose their path or approach. This will give them more confidence.

 

Feedback: Give positive feedback and praise when your child has achieved the desired results. This will help them discover their talents and develop self-esteem. Sometimes lack of proper balance between negative and positive feedback can result in lack of confidence. Parents should give immediate and positive feedback for behaviours they want to encourage, and ignore or redirect behaviours they want to discourage. In some cases, it also helps to remove the child from an upsetting situation for sometime so that they can calm down. Yelling and spanking should be avoided under all circumstances as it can over stimulate the child.

 

Help Child to Cope: Parents should structure situations in a way that it becomes easier for child to cope – like restricting their playmates to one or two to avoid over stimulating their child or dividing their work to smaller tasks so that the child finds it easier to complete the task and does not get confused. Avoid distractions like turning on TV or chatting in front of the child, when your child is focussing on their activities. Finally it is

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Treatment – Facts To Help You Decide Which One Is Best

October 22, 2011     No comments

Everything about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder treatment is controversial it seems. There is debate about the subjective nature of the diagnosis. There is no clinical test. There are the ADHD deniers who say it is all a plot to make money for the pharmaceutical companies.

Then there is the bitterly fought campaign between the supporters of the psychostimulant drugs and those that say they are practically useless. The scornful remarks and smear campaign against homeopathy just adds fuel to the fire! Is it any wonder that parents do not know where to turn? If you read this article, I will give you a few solid facts which may help you to decide what is right for your child and will help you to make an informed decision, I hope.

The first fact concerns the actual diagnostic tool used. It is true that the test is subjective as it relies heavily on questionnaires about child behaviour and that inevitably has to be subjective as parents and teachers will put their own spin on it. That is why there may well be overdiagnosis of the condition. There is no clinical test or blood test which will give us a black and white answer about diagnosis.

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As regards the attention deficit hyperactivity treatment with psychostimulant drugs, there is not one study about the long term effects of Ritalin on the developing brain of the child. As children and adults do not fully develop their brains until the age of twenty five, this is an omission which causes alarm. Parents ask if there have been trials and if not, why not?

While the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) assures us that the drugs such as Ritalin, Adderall and Concerta ‘are considered safe’, the FDA has issued all of them with the maximum warning about their side effects and health risks! Many of these risks and effects are alarming to say the least.

On the alternative medicine front, there are no safe and clear answers. Homeopathy has never been shown scientifically to work. The evidence that it actually works or is better than a placebo is flawed.

But recent revelations about the use of placebos published in the Annals of Medicine have shown that the actual contents of the placebos used in the standard RCT trials have never ever been revealed. That shocking fact casts long shadows of doubt about the lack of transparency on all the medical trials done on standard allopathic drugs and on homeopathic medicines.

The facts illustrate that there are no clear answers. But one fact stands out above all the rest and that is that there is not one study which shows that that homeopathy has side effects and or that there are long term health risks or even risks of addiction.

So there we have it. Now that you know the facts, you can decide what attention deficit hyperactivity disorder treatment will suit your child. I have prepared a website with some more facts about the various medical options and the lifestyle changes that can help an ADHD child. I hope it is helpful.

Why not give YOUR child a better chance in life? Discover the facts about a more natural and safer approach to ADHD treatment. Experts now tell us that child behavior modification combined with a natural treatment for ADHD is by far the most effective ADHD treatment.
Visit http://www.child-behavior-home.com to find out more about ADHD child behavior problems. Matthew V.Gant has written extensively on ADHD and Mental Health for many years.

Davina Beacham was already a successful artist, and mother of two boys, when she was diagnosed with Adult ADHD. She discovered this after both her boys were diagnosed with ADHD, and realized that she had similar symptoms. The realization brought on many challenges, but also a deeper appreciation of herself and her sons. Neither Johnson & Johnson nor any of its operating companies (Johnson & Johnson) are responsible for third-party materials appearing on the Johnson & Johnson Health Channel, including but not limited to linked third-party videos, linked third-party sites, and third-party advertisements. J&J does not control or endorse this third-party content and makes no representations regarding its accuracy.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Information ? Are You Getting The Right Info?

October 22, 2011     No comments

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder information is sometimes so inaccurate and biased that it is hard to know what treatment option to take or even who to believe. Here are some facts to put you on the right track, I hope.

Lots of children never get proper treatment for ADHD and drift into adulthood with all the ADHD baggage which often proves disastrous in both the workplace and in relationships. Merlissa Orlov’s recent bestseller called The ADHD Effect on Marriage : Understand And Rebuild Your Relationship In Six Steps is a great guide for ADHD sufferers who are struggling in difficult relationships and also for the non-ADHD partner. Understanding what is actually going on in a ADHD person’s brain is key.

We know for sure that some of the brain transmitters which tell us what to do, how to do it and the level of concentration we are going to need is essential in our daily lives. This can range from meeting a deadline, remembering things, staying motivated and also seeing the long term goal.

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In many sufferers with ADHD, they cannot cope with these seemingly trivial brain functions. As soon as it becomes obvious that they cannot do this or have great difficulty, the troubles start in the workplace and in the relationship.

Distractability, impulsivity and restlessness are often linked to frequent car accidents and in getting into trouble with the law. The act of thinking of the consequences of any action is limited and then the trouble starts.

Most of the authoritative medical websites such as CDC, Web MD and also the National Institutes of Mental Health will provide up to date and reliable attention deficit hyperactivity disorder information.

Doctors themselves will be biased and are usually all in favour of medication. However the truth is that there is now much more scepticism on the part of the public as to the effectiveness and the long term benefits of these meds. There is a long list of side effects and there is also the fact that after three years, the effects of these will wear off.

The best approach is to make sure that you have all the aids in place to help your child remember and that you are on hand to teach him the difference between good behavior and bad behavior . This is really key.

The fact is that attention deficit hyperactivity information can be very biased especially when it comes to the homeopathic remedies because they are scorned by the medical community. One indisputable fact is that they have no side effects at all, there are no health risks and there is no risk of drug dependence.  Not bad for such a scorned remedy. None of the conventional medicines can compete with this!

 

Love, cherish and protect your child. Discover the facts about a more natural and safer approach instead of the usual attention deficit hyperactivity disorder information.

Experts now tell us that child behavior modification combined with a natural treatment for ADHD is by far the most effective ADHD treatment. Robert Locke  has written extensively on ADHD and Mental Health for many years. For more parenting and ADHD advice, visit :- http://problemkidsblog.blogspot.com

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